What is the difference between burglary, trespassing, arson, and malicious mischief? Create a scenario for each of the definitions to support your answer.

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Burglary is the breaking and trespassory entering of a dwelling or another structure with the specific intent to commit a felony or a crime. Criminal trespass is the unauthorized entry or remaining on the premises of another. Arson is the willful and malicious burning of the dwelling of another (or any building or structure). Criminal mischief is the damaging or destruction of real or tangible property.

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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